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National Research Council (NRC) · Canada

Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP)

Intake status unconfirmed

Advice and funding for small and medium-sized businesses developing new technology, usually covering part of staff costs for the project.

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Program at a glance

Application status
Intake status unconfirmed
Funding amount
See the funder's website
Listed deadline
Next date not announced yet
Who can apply
Businesses.
Where
Anywhere in Canada
Good for
Technology and digital, Business and jobs
Pays for
Research, Paying people

Source checked against the funder's website on October 19, 2026. Always confirm current details with the funder.

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  • Whether the current intake is accepting applications, and its exact cutoff time and timezone.
  • Your applicant type, location and project meet the funder's full eligibility rules.
  • Any registration, membership or previous-funding restrictions.
  • Which costs are covered and what supporting documents are needed.

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